2nd Shift Master Maintenance Tech (Electrical/Mechanical)

Ampacet Corp.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampacet Corp. in Cartersville, GA is seeking a Maintenance Multi-Craft Technician for 2nd shift to keep electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems running reliably.

The role combines hands-on maintenance with PLC troubleshooting and collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams on continuous-improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in electrical/mechanical maintenance, a high school diploma, experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the electrical and/or mechanical maintenance field.
• High School Diploma is required, and higher education in a technical field is a plus
• Experience with electrical and mechanical installation and maintenance work on plant electrical systems and equipment
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics
• Broad knowledge of controls and mechanisms
• Proficient in PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills
• Self-directed with the ability to work alone and in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, install, align, dismantle, repair, and maintain industrial machinery and equipment to improve reliability and uptime, including pumps, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, utility support systems (compressors, dryers, cooling towers), gearboxes, bearings, PLCs, and drives.
• Adjust PLC programming and troubleshoot using Allen-Bradley Studio 5000.
• Diagnose and repair 24V/120V control circuits, 480V 3‑phase systems, 4–20mA/0–10V circuits, VFDs, and DC drives up to 1600 HP; general understanding of plant SCADA systems.
• Monitor and troubleshoot systems using DMM, amp/mA meters, meggers, and oscilloscopes.
• Read, interpret, and work from electrical prints and mechanical/electrical drawings.
• Perform equipment modernizations, upgrades, and modifications according to specifications.
• Identify and resolve intermittent mechanical and electrical failures on production equipment.
• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of how mechanical and electrical systems operate.
• Support Engineering and Maintenance teams on innovation initiatives, including Lean Six Sigma, 5S, 3P, 8D, Kaizen, and SMED activities.
• Work any shift as needed, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Collaborate independently with contractors and vendors to complete projects and repairs.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

PLC programming

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Self-directed

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Allen-Bradley Studio 5000

DMM

Megger

Oscilloscope

SCADA (basic)

Job description

Ampacet Corp. in Cartersville, GA is seeking a Maintenance Multi-Craft Technician for 2nd shift to keep electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems running reliably.

The role combines hands-on maintenance with PLC troubleshooting and collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams on continuous-improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in electrical/mechanical maintenance, a high school diploma, experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and